2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 407 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Espace | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
